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Olzhas Bektenov: Businesses Must Pay Fair Taxes — Preferential Regimes Will Be Revised

During a briefing following the Government meeting, the Prime Minister answered a question from journalists regarding businesses fulfilling their tax obligations fairly. In particular, the issue concerned tax payments by large construction companies.

Kazakhstan Strengthens Its Position on the Transit Map of Eurasia: Major Infrastructure and Capacity Expansion Projects Underway

As part of implementing the instructions of President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, the Government is carrying out systematic work to strengthen the country’s transit potential. This is a strategically important direction aimed at securing Kazakhstan’s status as a key logistics hub between East and West, as well as towards Central and South Asia.

Government Explains Need for Adjustment of Utility Tariffs

In Kazakhstan, previously projected tariffs for public utilities have been revised downward. This was announced by the Prime Minister at a government press conference. Olzhas Bektenov emphasized that the decision was made to reduce inflationary pressure and ensure social stability.

Digital Tenge to Ensure Transparent Oversight of Projects Funded by the National Fund and State Budget

The Government is strengthening control over the targeted use of budget funds. Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov announced this during a briefing with journalists.

Government Strengthens Oversight of Social Sector Spending

During a briefing following the Government meeting, Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov addressed journalists’ questions regarding public spending on the social sector.

The Government Is Pursuing Systematic Work on Gasification and Investment Stimulation in the Gas Sector

As part of the implementation of the President’s instruction to ensure full gasification of the country, the Government is exploring various options, including through the use of domestic gas resources and imports from neighboring countries. This was announced by Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov during a press conference.

Olzhas Bektenov on Doubling GDP: An Ambitious but Achievable Goal

Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov, speaking at a briefing following the Government meeting, addressed journalists’ questions regarding the Head of State’s goal to grow Kazakhstan’s economy to $450 billion by 2029.

Implementation of the President's Instructions on Economic Development: The Government Ensured 6.2% GDP Growth in the First Half of the Year

At the Government session chaired by Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov, the results of socio-economic development and execution of the republican budget for the first six months of the current year were considered.

Olzhas Bektenov Meets With Phygital International President René Fasel

Prime Minister of the Republic of Kazakhstan Olzhas Bektenov held a meeting with Dr. René Fasel, founder of Phygital International, and the organization’s CEO Nils Hatt.

Implementation of the President’s Digitalization Initiatives: Olzhas Bektenov Discusses Development of Digital Services with Yandex Global CEO Daniil Shuleiko

Prime Minister of the Republic of Kazakhstan Olzhas Bektenov held a meeting with Yandex Global CEO Daniil Shuleiko and head of Yandex Qazaqstan Timur Shalekenov. The parties discussed prospects for the development of digital services, platform-based employment, and the implementation of technology projects in Kazakhstan.